Assistant Director

Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63105 Scheduled Hours 37.5 hours per week Position Summary The Assistant Director, Advancement Communications has significant responsibility for developing and managing marketing and digital communications for Washington University’s annual giving efforts. This includes two primary areas of responsibility: (a) researching and writing print and electronic solicitation materials; (b) collaborating closely with Annual Giving Programs as a member of the team to plan and implement a strategic annual campaign of mail and electronic publications. These activities will advance Washington University’s strategic plans to acquire and retain donors and raise tens of millions of dollars per year. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Research and write materials for a high volume of solicitations and other efforts annually, including e-newsletters, letters, postcards, and broadcast emails. Collaborate with the director of advancement communications, art director, and Annual Giving Programs to develop creative concepts for direct mail and electronic solicitations, and plan and implement a strategic annual campaign of print and electronic publications. Provide recommendations for new strategies to effectively market fundraising efforts. Manage schedules and approval process for multiple projects to meet strict deadlines. Build solicitation and stewardship emails for large audiences, coordinating elements and timing with the art director, data analyst, and Annual Giving and Digital Strategy teams. Assist with creating or coordinating photoshoots for print pieces, emails, and newsletters. Other responsibilities as assigned by the director of advancement communications and assistant vice chancellor of advancement communications. Working Conditions Normal office environment. Travel may be required. Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table. Typically standing or walking. Equipment Office equipment. Education Required: Bachelor's degree. Certifications / Professional Licenses No specific certification or professional license is required. Work Experience Relevant Experience: 2 years. Skills Not applicable. Driver's License A driver's license is not required. Preferred Qualifications Exceptional creativity demonstrated by effective communications developed for higher education, not-for-profit, or similar audiences. Strong research and writing skills demonstrated in feature, brochure, marketing, and/or direct mail copy. Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality deliverables for multiple projects, to manage competing priorities, and to meet demanding deadlines. Publications Editing, Writing, Production, or a Related Field (3 years). Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Business Priorities, Communication, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Development Writing, Donor Reporting, Interpersonal Interactions, Marketing, Microsoft Word, Organizing, Project Management, Researching, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Software Program, Task Organization, Team Collaboration, Working Independently. Grade G10 Salary Range $49,700.00 - $82,100.00 annually. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with employee and university contributions starting at 7% of salary. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians. Family 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child. Family care resources for continued childcare needs, including adult care options. Tuition coverage up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years of employment. EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr